The Daily Telegraph reports that travellers to Greece are being advised to take euros in notes and coins in case an escalating debt crisis prompts the country's banks to switch off their cash machines.The GNTO in London said that while it anticipated no immediate problems, visitors should avoid relying solely on credit cards or local ATMs.

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office say holidaymakers should take "enough money to cover emergencies and any unexpected delays" whilst travel experts recommend taking around three to five days' worth of spending money in euros, alongside credit and debit cards.